Marti Caine | |
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Born | Lynne Denise Shepherd 26 January 1945 Sheffield, South Yorkshire, England |
Died | 4 November 1995 Wycombe, Buckinghamshire, England | (aged 50)
Nationality | British |
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Years active | 1975–1995 |
Known for | Winner and presenter of New Faces |
Height | 5 ft 7 in (170 cm) |
Spouse(s) | Malcolm Stringer (1962–1979) Kenneth Ives (1984–1995) |
Marti Caine, born Lynne Denise Shepherd (26 January 1945 – 4 November 1995), was an English comedienne, actress, dancer, presenter, singer, and writer, who first came to national attention by winning the television talent show New Faces in 1975, and went on to become a variety star on shows including the self-titled Marti Caine (1979–84), and as host of the revived New Faces (1986–88).